We are excited to announce that the application period is now open for the 2025- 2026 Carle Capstone Project, a unique interdisciplinary opportunity for iMBA learners to collaborate with peers in medicine and engineering. This year-long experiential learning course focuses on solving real healthcare challenges by developing innovative, marketable products. You can review a brief overview of the Carle Capstone project here and a more detailed review of the course here.  

Eligibility and Requirements 

• This is a selective program and participation is invited/determined by the Carle Illinois College of Medicine (CIMED) Capstone Course committee.  

• iMBA learners who are selected will be able to count the medical capstone for both of their required specialization capstone.  

• The learners will register for this course individually for three semesters. 

• At this time, the opportunity is only available to iMBA learners who reside in the U.S and have earned a minimum of 30 credit hours in the program. 

How to Apply  

Prior to submitting your application, please prepare to upload to your application:  

• Your latest resume.  

• Video introduction of yourself and the skills you will bring to the capstone team. 

Please submit your application by February 7 at 11:59 pm CT where it will be reviewed by a committee. Invitation to participate in the capstone will be sent out on February 28. For those invited to participate, there will be a project kick-off and information session the week of March 17 (exact date will be shared later).  

Specialization Capstone Credit  

Upon successful completion of all 3 semesters of the Carle College of Medicine Capstone, iMBA learners will fulfill both specialization capstone requirements. 

If you have any questions regarding the opportunity, please reach out to Professor Ravi Mehta.